Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO officially opened its doors at 331 Powell Street with a beautiful ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. Nintendo’s second official US store welcomed its dedicated fans in San Francisco’s iconic Union Square, making it an engaging retail store beyond traditional shopping. The Mayor of San Francisco, Daniel Lurie, also joined the celebration, welcoming the gaming giant to the city.
One of the biggest surprises to the fans was the appearance of Mario himself, adding an extra joy of Nintendo magic to the fantastic day. Excited guests have eagerly lined up to be among the first to explore the gaming paradise.
More Than Just a Store
Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO converted retail into an interactive experience where visitors can do many fantastic things. This includes –
- Shop exclusive, branded merchandise with specialized multi-character artwork.
- Get San Francisco-specific Nintendo products which is exclusive over there
- Check out the collections inspired by its dedicated franchises, which include Super Mario, Animal Crossing, Splatoon, The Legend of Zelda, Pikmin, Pokémon, Kirby, and Metroid.
- Capture selfies and take photos with actual statues of iconic Nintendo characters.
- Customize their very own Nintendo Switch – OLED Model with customized color combinations.
- Explore the latest Switch games on demo stations throughout the store.
- Experience games on a giant screen on the lower level, which will also broadcast future Nintendo Direct events.
- Earn My Nintendo Rewards, including an exclusive store visit sticker and 50 My Nintendo Platinum Points.
Something for Everyone
This new location promotes a vast range of products beyond games and consoles. The fans can explore home goods, apparel, accessories, toys, and collectibles that combine Nintendo’s colorful worlds into everyday life.
People looking for franchise-specific items will find products that are designed thoughtfully, like Mushroom Kingdom-inspired kitchen canisters, tranquil Animal Crossing tote bags, fresh Splatoon gear, legendary Zelda clothing, charming Pikmin desk accessories, and adorable Pokémon plush toys.
The latest store launched presents the company’s ongoing commitment to creating cheerful experiences for fans of all ages. Whether you’re an ardent fan or simply curious about gaming culture, the store promotes a unique destination worth exploring.
